About us
Enhance your legal strategy
MALO Law Firm LLP, founded by Mekonnen Shiferaw, is a premier Ethiopian legal practice dedicated to providing reliable, high-quality services to local and international clients. With more than 20 years of experience, we specialize in corporate and investment law, extending our expertise to finance, labor and employment, immigration, non-profit representation, and mining and energy sectors.
A new approach to legal services
Recently, we've expanded into independent legal advisory for Ethiopia’s securities listing framework, demonstrating our commitment to supporting the nation’s growing capital market. Our approach combines deep legal knowledge with commercial acumen to offer practical, results-oriented solutions while maintaining the highest levels of professionalism and integrity.
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Get to know our attorneys
At MALO, our success is driven by a team of experienced professionals committed to excellence. Each member brings unique expertise to deliver exceptional legal services.
Mekonnen Shiferaw
Managing Partner
Founder of MALO Law Firm LLP and a former Federal High Court Judge, Mekonnen brings over two decades of legal and judicial experience. Licensed in federal and Oromia Regional jurisdictions, he specializes in corporate, investment law, and mining and energy sectors, providing strategic advice on risk management and compliance.
Degusew Kebede
Founding partner
Degusew specializes in corporate and labor law, practicing in federal and Oromia jurisdictions. He offers expert counsel on business transactions, compliance, and contract negotiations with strong analytical skills.
Nahom Abdu
Senior Associate
A Hawassa University School of Law graduate, Nahom has extensive experience in corporate advisory and contract management. His background as a public prosecutor and legal counsel for Awash Insurance S.C. provides practical insights into regulatory compliance and dispute resolution.
Elilta Kefale
Associate
Graduating from Addis Ababa University, Elilta supports our corporate and investment practice with research, documentation, and compliance in mining, energy, and foreign investment sectors.
She is currently perusing her masters degree at Addis Ababa university
Nardos Zewdu
Associate
A Bahir Dar University graduate, Nardos assists in due diligence, regulatory filings, and immigration services for multinational clients, known for her diligence and attention to detail.
She is currently enrolled her masters degree at Addis Ababa university